Are yards well-kept in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 87% of users say yards are well-kept

Is parking easy in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 84% of users say parking is easy

Would people walk alone at night in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 76% of users say people would walk alone at night

Are the streets well-lit in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 70% of users say streets are well-lit

Is a car needed in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 68% of users say car is needed

Is Watrous South, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say it's dog friendly

Is Watrous South, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 61% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Does Watrous South, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 60% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is Watrous South, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 59% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Do kids play outside in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 58% of users say kids play outside

Is Watrous South, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 58% of users say it's quiet

Does Watrous South, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say there are sidewalks

Do residents of Watrous South, Des Moines, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 45% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Are neighbors friendly in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 45% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is there wildlife in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 42% of users say there's wildlife

Are there community events in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 20% of users say there are community events

What is 915 Elder Ln estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 915 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA is $105,800 .

What is the price history for 915 Elder Ln?

915 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA last sold for $57,000 in July 2007.

Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?

Des Moines is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What's the median sale price in Des Moines?

The median sale price in Des Moines is $214K. That is roughly unchanged from the prior month.

Does 915 Elder Ln have air conditioning?

Yes, 915 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 915 Elder Ln?

The lot at 915 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA is about 0.32 acres (14,113 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$105,800

Trulia Estimate

1 Bed
1 Bath
688 sqft (on 0.32 acres)

915 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315

Watrous South

Est. Refi. Payment $781/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 18, 2007 for $57,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$106K

Since last month

$8K (-6.7%)

Since last year

$2K (-1.4%)

Since last sale

$48K (+84.2%)

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +57% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$105K
August 2026	$113K
July 2026	$114K
June 2026	$112K
May 2026	$116K
April 2026	$112K
March 2026	$108K
February 2026	$100K
January 2026	$104K
2025
December 2025	$103K
November 2025	$104K
October 2025	$104K
September 2025	$107K
August 2025	$104K
July 2025	$107K
June 2025	$107K
May 2025	$108K
April 2025	$111K
March 2025	$111K
February 2025	$109K
January 2025	$111K
2024
December 2024	$113K
November 2024	$116K
October 2024	$107K
September 2024	$105K
August 2024	$109K
July 2024	$111K
June 2024	$111K
May 2024	$112K
April 2024	$106K
March 2024	$104K
February 2024	$101K
January 2024	$98K
2023
December 2023	$101K
November 2023	$100K
October 2023	$100K
September 2023	$99K
August 2023	$99K
July 2023	$102K
June 2023	$99K
May 2023	$93K
April 2023	$89K
March 2023	$86K
February 2023	$81K
January 2023	$83K
2022
December 2022	$84K
November 2022	$86K
October 2022	$92K
September 2022	$92K
August 2022	$90K
July 2022	$91K
June 2022	$92K
May 2022	$89K
April 2022	$86K
March 2022	$86K
February 2022	$87K
January 2022	$85K
2021
December 2021	$86K
November 2021	$87K
October 2021	$88K
September 2021	$90K
August 2021	$90K
July 2021	$90K
June 2021	$86K
May 2021	$80K
April 2021	$79K
March 2021	$79K
February 2021	$77K
January 2021	$74K
2020
December 2020	$72K
November 2020	$70K
October 2020	$71K
September 2020	$72K
August 2020	$71K
July 2020	$77K
June 2020	$76K
May 2020	$74K
April 2020	$89K
March 2020	$89K
February 2020	$95K
January 2020	$95K
2019
December 2019	$94K
November 2019	$94K
October 2019	$89K
September 2019	$88K
August 2019	$89K
July 2019	$94K
June 2019	$93K
May 2019	$91K
April 2019	$95K
March 2019	$93K
February 2019	$97K
January 2019	$97K
2018
December 2018	$96K
November 2018	$90K
October 2018	$90K
September 2018	$90K
August 2018	$90K
July 2018	$89K
June 2018	$89K
May 2018	$87K
April 2018	$85K
March 2018	$83K
February 2018	$84K
January 2018	$84K
2017
December 2017	$82K
November 2017	$79K
October 2017	$77K
September 2017	$74K
August 2017	$72K
July 2017	$74K
June 2017	$74K
May 2017	$72K
April 2017	$66K
March 2017	$71K
February 2017	$72K
January 2017	$67K
2016
December 2016	$64K
November 2016	$65K
October 2016	$64K
September 2016	$67K

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
4404 SW 2nd St, Des Moines, IA	0.51	Single-Family Home	$130,000	11/10/25	1	1	576
412 Titus Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.57	Single-Family Home	$100,000	11/05/25	1	1	480
3809 Glover Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.30	Single-Family Home	$100,112	03/13/26	2	1	588

Home facts updated by county records

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.

Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
4108 SE 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50315	1.26	$109,900	2	1	768	Off Market
4114 SE 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50315	1.26	$218,100	4	2	767	Off Market
4120 SE 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50315	1.26	$186,500	2	1	1,006	Off Market
4200 SE 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50315	1.26	$169,600	3	1	1,043	Off Market
4206 SE 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50315	1.26	$180,800	3	1	796	Off Market
4212 SE 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50315	1.26	$109,400	3	1	849	Off Market
1001 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.01	$147,700	2	1	732	Off Market
1003 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$216,300	2	1	1,460	Off Market
4201 SW 10th St, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.05	$116,900	2	1	928	Off Market
1001 Carrie Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.07	$109,400	2	1	640	Off Market
1003 Carrie Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.08	$138,300	2	1	580	Off Market
1007 Carrie Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.09	$246,400	3	3	1,152	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1933

0.32 acre lot

688 sqft

$154/sqft

Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 915 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA. 915 Elder Ln is in the Watrous South neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50315. This property has 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom and approximately 688 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.32 acres and was built in 1933.

915 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 688 sqft single-family home in Watrous South, built in 1933. It last sold for $57,000 on Jul 18, 2007. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $105,800, with a rent estimate of $1,018/month.

Home Details for 915 Elder Ln

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 4
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: MetalFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1933
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.32 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Jul 18, 2007 Source: N/A	Sold	$57,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$1,586	$89,100

Additional Cost

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated August 2026

Avg. sale price

$214K

Sale-to-List Price

99.1%

0.1%MoM

Price per sq ft

$192

$1MoM

Available listings

1060

36MoM

Around this home

Park Ave Elementary School
K-5
Public
355 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
2/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
Teachers greet students with a smile and a hug! The staff is dedicated and kind. I recommend this school to everyone!
Teacher Review
3y ago
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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Watrous South

At least 23 Trulia users voted on each feature.

87 % Say yards are well-kept
84 % Say parking is easy
76 % Say people would walk alone at night
70 % Say streets are well-lit
68 % Say car is needed
67 % Say it's dog friendly
61 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
60 % Say there's holiday spirit
59 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
58 % Say kids play outside
58 % Say it's quiet
50 % Say there are sidewalks
45 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
45 % Say neighbors are friendly
42 % Say there's wildlife
20 % Say there are community events

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Frequently asked questions about 915 Elder Ln

What is 915 Elder Ln estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 915 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA is $105,800.
What is the price history for 915 Elder Ln?
915 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA last sold for $57,000 in July 2007.
Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?
Des Moines is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What's the median sale price in Des Moines?
The median sale price in Des Moines is $214K. That is roughly unchanged from the prior month.
Does 915 Elder Ln have air conditioning?
Yes, 915 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 915 Elder Ln?
The lot at 915 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA is about 0.32 acres (14,113 sq ft).